IDC Electrical Design Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IDC Electrical Design Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define design criteria and develop the Basis of Design (BOD).
• Provide technical leadership and manage engineering consultants throughout schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
• Manage design-build contractors to ensure alignment with BOD requirements and business and technical objectives.
• Support Project Managers (PMs) with Requests for Information (RFIs), technical bulletins, submittal and shop drawing reviews, factory inspections, and commissioning activities.
• Evaluate and analyze energy-efficient solutions to improve system performance and operational efficiency.
• Develop detailed procedures and scripts for Change Management Request (CMR) activities.
• Conduct site visits for engineering studies, electrical audits, startup testing, and comprehensive commissioning as needed.
• Review mission-critical electrical systems to support local data center operations teams.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures, power outages, and other electrical system incidents.
• Direct engineering consultants and contractors while verifying the quality and compliance of installed work.
• Provide technical support during emergencies and respond to critical incidents as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience in building design and construction.
• Knowledge of high-voltage substations (115 kV and 12 kV) and mission-critical power distribution systems, including data center electrical topologies, PLC-based transfer controllers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Familiarity with industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations, including NFPA, NEC, UFC, and UBC.
• Experience with construction processes and cost estimation.
• Cross-disciplinary knowledge of critical facility systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop effective technical solutions and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Visio, Bluebeam, and SKM software.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally and internationally, up to 30%.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering.
• At least two (2) years of experience in data center or other mission-critical facility design, construction, or operations.

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person